Nyamira Governor Nyaribo faces his third impeachment by MCAs over alleged misconduct and irregular appointments. In security news, 10,000 police recruits have begun training, as TSC prepares to hire over 9,000 teachers. Politically, UDA and ODM have dismissed former Deputy President Gachagua's election rigging claims regarding the upcoming Magarini by-election, with IEBC cautioning staff against misconduct. Gachagua also called for IG Kanja's resignation following violence in Narok.
The Kenyan government has significantly increased security for the upcoming November 27 by-elections. Security agencies have deployed both uniformed and plainclothes officers to 22 electoral areas to address rising tensions and isolated incidents of violence. The Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) is deploying these officers to specific areas like Mbeere-North, Malava, and Kasipul. Deputy President Kithure Kindiki has pledged heightened security for the Mbeere North by-election, vowing firm action against any attempts to disrupt the polls. In addition, the IEBC has issued a stern warning to its staff against colluding with candidates, stating that those caught face prosecution.
The United Democratic Alliance (UDA) has called on the Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) to investigate former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua's remarks against IEBC Vice Chairperson Fahima Araphat Abdallah. Meanwhile, the IEBC is facing scrutiny after its chairman, Erastus Edung Ekethon, allegedly cleared a candidate for the Mbeere North parliamentary seat despite corruption concerns, raising questions about the commission's independence. Separately, Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) leaders have refuted allegations from Democracy for the Citizens Party (DCP) leader Rigathi Gachagua. Gachagua accused them of a plot to rig the upcoming Magarini Constituency by-elections. ODM officials dismissed the claims as fear-mongering tactics ahead of the November 27 polls.
World Bank warns fiscal vulnerabilities are Kenya's biggest risk, despite raising 2025 growth forecast to 4.9%. The Rironi–Mau Summit road will be split due to Chinese investment caps. Kenya secured duty-free access for agricultural produce and beef in Malaysia. Paramount Bank met CBK capital requirements early.
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With campaigns ending, 181 aspirants vie for seats under IEBC security assurances. The Uhuru-Gachagua rift persists as Kenyatta's party fields a Narok MCA candidate. Oburu Odinga forms an inner circle amid ODM leadership challenges, while UDA rewards Malava nomination losers with diplomat roles in Uganda and South Africa.
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M-KOPA has disbursed over 207 billion Kenyan Shillings in credit since 2010, boosting digital and financial inclusion for 4.8 million Kenyans. Meanwhile, Amazon has launched Leo, a new satellite internet service, to compete with Starlink, and an Egyptian HR tech firm, bluworks, secured $1 million in seed funding.
Nyamira Governor Nyaribo has been impeached for the third time by MCAs over gross misconduct and irregular appointments. Meanwhile, 10,000 police recruits have begun training, and TSC will recruit over 9,000 teachers. In politics, UDA and ODM have criticised former Deputy President Gachagua's election rigging claims relating to the upcoming Magarini by-election, with IEBC warning staff against misconduct. Gachagua also demanded IG Kanja’s resignation over violence in Narok.
Democracy for Citizens Party (DCP) leader Rigathi Gachagua demanded the resignation of Inspector General of Police Douglas Kanja following violent clashes in Narok on Monday. A subsequent campaign rally led by Gachagua in Narok was disrupted by police who fired teargas. Gachagua also accused IEBC Vice Chairperson Fahima Araphat Abdallah of misconduct and planning to rig the Magarini by-election. The United Democratic Alliance (UDA) condemned the accusations as a "political tantrum," while the Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) threatened legal action. IEBC Chairman Erastus Ethekon defended his deputy against Gachagua's allegations.
The World Bank has raised Kenya’s 2025 economic growth forecast to 4.9 percent, citing low inflation, easing monetary policy, and improved credit growth. This positive outlook was detailed in its semi-annual Kenya Economic Update report. However, the World Bank also issued a warning that Kenya's expanding fiscal vulnerabilities, attributed to persistent budget imbalances and high recurrent spending, represent the most significant threat to the country's economic outlook. In the financial sector, Family Bank reported a 56 percent rise in its profit after tax to Sh3.5 billion in the nine months to September 2025, a performance driven by higher interest income. Separately, Paramount Bank successfully met the Central Bank of Kenya's (CBK) minimum core capital requirement of Sh3 billion ahead of the December 2025 deadline.
Preparations are complete for the upcoming by-elections this Thursday, with enhanced security measures put in place. The Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) confirmed its readiness after a security meeting. Ahead of the by-election in Kasipul Constituency, 900 security officers have been deployed to ensure peace and security. The IEBC also announced enhanced security measures for Mbeere North constituency and stated it will deploy both plain-clothes and uniformed police officers to hotly contested areas. In Mbeere North, IEBC's top officials met with security personnel to ensure a smooth electoral process.
Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has accused the Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) of interfering in the Magarini by-election. In response, the IEBC assured Rigathi Gachagua of a free and fair election on Thursday and issued a stern warning against inflammatory remarks. Opposition leader Kalonzo Musyoka also issued a warning to the IEBC against election rigging in the upcoming by-elections. Separately, the IEBC is facing new challenges concerning an attempt to abolish the national tallying center. Following this, Senator Okiya Omtatah has filed a lawsuit against the IEBC, seeking an order from the court to prohibit the national tallying center.
Prominent political figures are facing immense pressure in the upcoming by-elections in Kenya. In the constituency of Banisa, preparations are underway for a by-election that could potentially alter its historical political landscape. A fierce electoral contest is anticipated in Banisa between Ahmed Maalim of UDA and Isaac Malela of PLP. The Vocal Africa group has raised concerns about the political climate, citing preliminary findings that indicate widespread violence and electoral malpractices. The group's report highlights heightened tensions and irregularities as key characteristics of the by-election environment.
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The Nairobi City Thunder secured their second consecutive bid to the Basketball Africa League (BAL) by winning the Road to BAL Elite 16 East Division tournament with an unbeaten run at Kasarani Indoor Arena. In boxing, the Kenya Police team clinched the National Boxing League title, triumphing over rivals Kenya Defence Forces (KDF) after careful planning and strict training. At the Tokyo 2025 Summer Deaflympics, Ian Wambui Kahinga emerged as Kenya's new star, winning the men's 5000m race and shattering two global records to replace decorated athlete Simon Kibai Cherono.
Nyamira County Governor Amos Nyaribo has been impeached by the county assembly on allegations of abuse of office. The motion for his impeachment was overwhelmingly supported by a majority of the members. This is the second time Governor Nyaribo has been impeached by the County Assembly. Following the impeachment motion by the ward representatives, the Kenyan Senate is now set to determine the governor's fate.
